Published in:
07-10-2023 | Esophagus Resection | Case Report
Thoracoscopy-Assisted Esophagectomy for Esophageal Leiomyomatosis
Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Cancer | Issue 1/2024
Login to get accessAbstract
Introduction
Diffuse esophageal leiomyomatosis is a rare esophageal tumor characterized by circumferential thickening of smooth muscle layers of the entire esophagus.
Clinical Case
Herein, we describe the case of a 19-year-old girl, who presented with a history of long-standing dysphagia. On evaluation she was found to have diffuse esophageal leiomyomatosis and was managed successfully by thoracoscopy-assisted esophagectomy with intra-nodal indocyanine green injection.
Discussion
In this report, we discuss the pre-operative workup and our surgical approach to managing this rare entity. We also discuss the available literature on the subject and the lessons learnt in managing this complex condition.